The contact owns a 2007 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormally strong fuel odor coming from the vehicle. The contact stated that the fuel gauge failed to operate as intended. The contact stated that after refueling the vehicle the fuel gauge failed to provide the proper fuel level. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with fuel injector failure. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated the failure occurred frequently after the vehicle was repaired. The contact related the failure to an unknown recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but confirmed that the vehicle was not included in a recall. The failure mileage was unavailable.
2007 Jeep Liberty transmission problems
40 complaints (6% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 16,601. 5 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 40
- of this car's complaints
- 6%
- typical mileage
- 16,601
- crashes
- 5
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Automatic transmission13
- Automatic transmission: torque converter3
- Driveline2
- Driveline: differential unit1
- Axle assembly1
- Automatic transmission: control module (TCM/PCM/tecm)1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Jeep Liberty transmission problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2007 Jeep Liberty transmission
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Power train: automatic transmission
- What is wrong
- On certain passenger and sport utility vehicles and pickup trucks equipped with automatic transmissions, the software programmed into the powertrain control module can cause a momentary lock up of the drive wheels if the vehicle is traveling over 40 MPH and the operator shifts from drive to neutral and back to drive.
- Risk
- If the drive wheels locked up, loss of vehicle control could occur increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module free of charge. The recall began on october 2, 2006. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.
Recall number 06V341000 · Recall details
What 2007 Jeep Liberty owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The contact owns a 2007 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made an abnormal sound. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 141,483.
Upper lower control arm on front end passenger side broke and vibration and driver side locked up and broke wheel hub
The contact owns a 2007 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated while driving 32 mph, the "digital movement of the steering wheel instead of analog" warning message was displayed. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic and was informed needing the ball joints to be replaced. The contact took the vehicle to a local dealer but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 06V341000 (POWER TRAIN), however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 156,000.
Front ball joints/control arm assembly broke on passenger side causing accident.
Since the day I got the vehicle I have had nothing but problems it shut off while driving the steering wheel would lock up and all lights on dash would light up. Turn the key off wait a minute and it would start back up. Ground wire issue, the driver window stopped working 2x electrical problem. The power side mirror doesnt work it. While driving switches between 2 and 4 wheel drive on its own. The 4 wheel drive doesnt work. Transfer case, linkage cable broken. The part time light stay flashing or lite up on the dash the drive shalf broke and lower ball joint broke while driving. While driving the loss of traction lights up the dash. The radiator fan stopped working, water pump broken. The AC compressor and clutch went out while driving. If I leave the climate knobs turn on while vehicle not in use it drains the battery, ( the form wouldn't allow me to click any more boxes) I've had it towed, I believe this was a lemon and shouldn't of even been sold
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 jeep liberty. The contact stated that while driving 55 MPH, they lost control of the vehicle and was uncertain if the power train control module caused a momentary lock up of the drive wheels. The vehicle flipped more than 5 times throwing the contact from the vehicle. The contact was transported by ambulance and was uncertain of the events that took place due to being unconscious during the failure. The air bags deployed. A police report was filed. The contact received further medical treatment due to head and bodily injuries sustained from the crash. The insurance company towed the vehicle to a yard but had not inspected the cause of the crash. The vehicle was not inspected and diagnosed by a dealer. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was not available.
Went to my mechanic a few weeks ago and he told me that my front drive shaft is broken. He did not see any physical damage as to why it broke. When we were researching prices for drive shafts we noticed that there was a recall on it in 2013. We purchased the vehicle in feb 2013 and never received a recall notice.
The car was in motion and came to a sudden stop while reversing in a spot. Car shut off and black smoke care from engine and then caught fire. No warning light or indicators came on during this time. Once I was out of the car it caught fire.
Failure to prevent transmission unexpected failure because the manufacture did not include the nesscary fluid level dipstick as indicated in owners manual page345-346 and 316 in manufactures book 81-326-0741.vechiclle stall on roadway and to be pushed off the road.awaiting garage report on transmission damage for no fluid
Questions about the 2007 Jeep Liberty transmission
Does the 2007 Jeep Liberty have transmission problems?
Owners have filed 40 complaints about the transmission of the 2007 Jeep Liberty, 6% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2007 Jeep Liberty transmission problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 16,601 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2007 Jeep Liberty transmission?
Yes, 1 recall: 06V341000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Jeep Liberty have bad transmission?
The Jeep Liberty model years with the most transmission complaints are 2005 (97 complaints), 2002 (84 complaints) and 2006 (76 complaints).
Other 2007 Jeep Liberty problems
Visibility 232Fuel system 211Body 106Suspension 79Electrical 67Airbags 24Engine 21Brakes 20Steering 18Driver assistance 10Seat belts 10Acceleration 8Lights 7Seats 7Locks 5Tires 5Wheels 5
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